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Land Surveyor

Duties

HelpDuties Summary

About the Position:

This position is being filled under the Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions in accordance with 10 USC § 1705(g).

The initial cut-off for referral consideration is 14 August 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review when a vacancy occurs. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

Learn more about this agency

Responsibilities

Conducts difficult survey projects, leading survey teams in remote areas, and applying state of the art surveying techniques, including the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.

Serves as the expert on GPS surveys and survey techniques in developing control networks, establishing vertical and horizontal control in areas where none exist .

Surveys can include a wide variety of surveys such as, land and real estate (cadastral), engineering (design, construction, and site location), geodetic (horizontal and vertical control), and ultra-precise dam alignment surveys.

Land surveyed may consist of complications such as: obliterated monuments, changing water courses, and probable litigation.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential11

Job family (Series)1373 Land Surveying

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Land Surveyors

Surveyors

Surveyors, Land

Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Some positions may require one or more of the following: driver's license, financial disclosure, drug testing, physical, and/or secret clearance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

All grades must meet the basic education requirement listed under Education. In addition to this basic education requirement, for the GS-7, 9, and 11 levels you must also meet the following:

For GS-7:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 which includes accomplishing developmental assignments that are typical within a survey team that utilizes basic techniques, procedures, and methods of land surveying.

OR

Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have beengained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing

Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.)

Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership

Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/).

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-9:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes operating standard land surveying instruments and equipment; extracting data and measurements from standardized sources; and preparing preliminary drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software package.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-11:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Basic Requirement for Land Surveyor and basic qualification for the GS-5 level:

A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in land surveying; or civil engineering with a surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments.

OR

B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering, as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

OR

C. Registration: The basic requirements for this series may be fully satisfied by a current registration as a land surveyor in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination.

Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations. Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Land Surveyor

Duties

HelpDuties Summary

About the Position:

This position is being filled under the Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions in accordance with 10 USC § 1705(g).

The initial cut-off for referral consideration is 14 August 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review when a vacancy occurs. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

Learn more about this agency

Responsibilities

Conducts difficult survey projects, leading survey teams in remote areas, and applying state of the art surveying techniques, including the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.

Serves as the expert on GPS surveys and survey techniques in developing control networks, establishing vertical and horizontal control in areas where none exist .

Surveys can include a wide variety of surveys such as, land and real estate (cadastral), engineering (design, construction, and site location), geodetic (horizontal and vertical control), and ultra-precise dam alignment surveys.

Land surveyed may consist of complications such as: obliterated monuments, changing water courses, and probable litigation.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential11

Job family (Series)1373 Land Surveying

Similar jobs

Land Surveyors

Surveyors

Surveyors, Land

Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Some positions may require one or more of the following: driver's license, financial disclosure, drug testing, physical, and/or secret clearance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

All grades must meet the basic education requirement listed under Education. In addition to this basic education requirement, for the GS-7, 9, and 11 levels you must also meet the following:

For GS-7:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 which includes accomplishing developmental assignments that are typical within a survey team that utilizes basic techniques, procedures, and methods of land surveying.

OR

Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have beengained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing

Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.)

Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership

Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/).

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-9:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes operating standard land surveying instruments and equipment; extracting data and measurements from standardized sources; and preparing preliminary drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software package.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-11:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Basic Requirement for Land Surveyor and basic qualification for the GS-5 level:

A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in land surveying; or civil engineering with a surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments.

OR

B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering, as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

OR

C. Registration: The basic requirements for this series may be fully satisfied by a current registration as a land surveyor in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination.

Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations. Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Land Surveyor

Duties

HelpDuties Summary

About the Position:

This position is being filled under the Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions in accordance with 10 USC § 1705(g).

The initial cut-off for referral consideration is 14 August 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review when a vacancy occurs. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

Learn more about this agency

Responsibilities

Conducts difficult survey projects, leading survey teams in remote areas, and applying state of the art surveying techniques, including the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.

Serves as the expert on GPS surveys and survey techniques in developing control networks, establishing vertical and horizontal control in areas where none exist .

Surveys can include a wide variety of surveys such as, land and real estate (cadastral), engineering (design, construction, and site location), geodetic (horizontal and vertical control), and ultra-precise dam alignment surveys.

Land surveyed may consist of complications such as: obliterated monuments, changing water courses, and probable litigation.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential11

Job family (Series)1373 Land Surveying

Similar jobs

Land Surveyors

Surveyors

Surveyors, Land

Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Some positions may require one or more of the following: driver's license, financial disclosure, drug testing, physical, and/or secret clearance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

All grades must meet the basic education requirement listed under Education. In addition to this basic education requirement, for the GS-7, 9, and 11 levels you must also meet the following:

For GS-7:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 which includes accomplishing developmental assignments that are typical within a survey team that utilizes basic techniques, procedures, and methods of land surveying.

OR

Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have beengained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing

Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.)

Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership

Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/).

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-9:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes operating standard land surveying instruments and equipment; extracting data and measurements from standardized sources; and preparing preliminary drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software package.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-11:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Basic Requirement for Land Surveyor and basic qualification for the GS-5 level:

A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in land surveying; or civil engineering with a surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments.

OR

B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering, as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

OR

C. Registration: The basic requirements for this series may be fully satisfied by a current registration as a land surveyor in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination.

Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations. Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Land Surveyor

Duties

HelpDuties Summary

About the Position:

This position is being filled under the Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions in accordance with 10 USC § 1705(g).

The initial cut-off for referral consideration is 14 August 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review when a vacancy occurs. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

Learn more about this agency

Responsibilities

Conducts difficult survey projects, leading survey teams in remote areas, and applying state of the art surveying techniques, including the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.

Serves as the expert on GPS surveys and survey techniques in developing control networks, establishing vertical and horizontal control in areas where none exist .

Surveys can include a wide variety of surveys such as, land and real estate (cadastral), engineering (design, construction, and site location), geodetic (horizontal and vertical control), and ultra-precise dam alignment surveys.

Land surveyed may consist of complications such as: obliterated monuments, changing water courses, and probable litigation.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential11

Job family (Series)1373 Land Surveying

Similar jobs

Land Surveyors

Surveyors

Surveyors, Land

Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Some positions may require one or more of the following: driver's license, financial disclosure, drug testing, physical, and/or secret clearance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

All grades must meet the basic education requirement listed under Education. In addition to this basic education requirement, for the GS-7, 9, and 11 levels you must also meet the following:

For GS-7:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 which includes accomplishing developmental assignments that are typical within a survey team that utilizes basic techniques, procedures, and methods of land surveying.

OR

Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have beengained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing

Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.)

Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership

Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/).

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-9:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes operating standard land surveying instruments and equipment; extracting data and measurements from standardized sources; and preparing preliminary drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software package.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-11:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Basic Requirement for Land Surveyor and basic qualification for the GS-5 level:

A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in land surveying; or civil engineering with a surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments.

OR

B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering, as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

OR

C. Registration: The basic requirements for this series may be fully satisfied by a current registration as a land surveyor in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination.

Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations. Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Land Surveyor

Duties

HelpDuties Summary

About the Position:

This position is being filled under the Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions in accordance with 10 USC § 1705(g).

The initial cut-off for referral consideration is 14 August 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review when a vacancy occurs. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

Learn more about this agency

Responsibilities

Conducts difficult survey projects, leading survey teams in remote areas, and applying state of the art surveying techniques, including the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.

Serves as the expert on GPS surveys and survey techniques in developing control networks, establishing vertical and horizontal control in areas where none exist .

Surveys can include a wide variety of surveys such as, land and real estate (cadastral), engineering (design, construction, and site location), geodetic (horizontal and vertical control), and ultra-precise dam alignment surveys.

Land surveyed may consist of complications such as: obliterated monuments, changing water courses, and probable litigation.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential11

Job family (Series)1373 Land Surveying

Similar jobs

Land Surveyors

Surveyors

Surveyors, Land

Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Some positions may require one or more of the following: driver's license, financial disclosure, drug testing, physical, and/or secret clearance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

All grades must meet the basic education requirement listed under Education. In addition to this basic education requirement, for the GS-7, 9, and 11 levels you must also meet the following:

For GS-7:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 which includes accomplishing developmental assignments that are typical within a survey team that utilizes basic techniques, procedures, and methods of land surveying.

OR

Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have beengained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing

Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.)

Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership

Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/).

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-9:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes operating standard land surveying instruments and equipment; extracting data and measurements from standardized sources; and preparing preliminary drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software package.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-11:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Basic Requirement for Land Surveyor and basic qualification for the GS-5 level:

A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in land surveying; or civil engineering with a surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments.

OR

B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering, as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

OR

C. Registration: The basic requirements for this series may be fully satisfied by a current registration as a land surveyor in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination.

Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations. Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Land Surveyor

Duties

HelpDuties Summary

About the Position:

This position is being filled under the Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) for Defense Acquisition Workforce Positions in accordance with 10 USC § 1705(g).

The initial cut-off for referral consideration is 14 August 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review when a vacancy occurs. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

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Responsibilities

Conducts difficult survey projects, leading survey teams in remote areas, and applying state of the art surveying techniques, including the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.

Serves as the expert on GPS surveys and survey techniques in developing control networks, establishing vertical and horizontal control in areas where none exist .

Surveys can include a wide variety of surveys such as, land and real estate (cadastral), engineering (design, construction, and site location), geodetic (horizontal and vertical control), and ultra-precise dam alignment surveys.

Land surveyed may consist of complications such as: obliterated monuments, changing water courses, and probable litigation.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

You may be expected to travel occasionally for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential11

Job family (Series)1373 Land Surveying

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Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Some positions may require one or more of the following: driver's license, financial disclosure, drug testing, physical, and/or secret clearance.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

All grades must meet the basic education requirement listed under Education. In addition to this basic education requirement, for the GS-7, 9, and 11 levels you must also meet the following:

For GS-7:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 which includes accomplishing developmental assignments that are typical within a survey team that utilizes basic techniques, procedures, and methods of land surveying.

OR

Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have beengained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Class Standing

Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.)

Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership

Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/).

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-9:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes operating standard land surveying instruments and equipment; extracting data and measurements from standardized sources; and preparing preliminary drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software package.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For GS-11:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 which includes

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as land surveying.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Basic Requirement for Land Surveyor and basic qualification for the GS-5 level:

A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in land surveying; or civil engineering with a surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments.

OR

B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering, as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

OR

C. Registration: The basic requirements for this series may be fully satisfied by a current registration as a land surveyor in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination.

Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations. Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Professional Land Surveyor

Responsible for the completion of an assigned project or a segment of a project on time and within budget consistent with CME’s quality standards and the clients’ satisfaction

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform surveying activities on behalf of the company

Continually seek to improve technical expertise

Keep good relationships with clients/residents

Assist in training other staff members

Monitor quality

Monitor compliance with professional standards and risk management

The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned.

Quantitative:

Maintain a minimum 100% utilization rate (billable and collectible hours as a percent of total hours)

On time completion of assigned projects within budget

Direct reports

Survey Project Manager

Personal Attributes:

Ability to work with others

Ability to work on multiple complex task and meet deadlines

Organized

Detail-oriented

Decisive

High level of initiative

Persuasive

Achievement-oriented

Thorough

Ethical and moral character

Be able to work with limited supervision

Be available to work extra hours

Cooperate with others

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge

AutoCAD Required

Micro-Station helpful, not required

Word

Excel

Required Education and Experience

B.S. in Surveying or equivalent experience and/or specialty

Licensed Surveyor or equivalent

Active member of at least one Professional Society

Working conditions

The Company will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with the Human Resource Manager should you require an accommodation or have any questions.

The work environment is outdoors subjected to weather elements, and the possibility of encounters with bees, ticks, snakes, etc. that require immediate action to prevent injury. This role is performed in dangerous locations such as construction sites & traffic lanes.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position may occasionally require longer hours when workload or project deadlines require it.

Travel

Travel will be limited to travel between offices, meetings or to review site conditions on a job site, when and if required.

Requirements

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge

Licensed in New Jersey or eligible for licensure

Strong background in boundary/property law and boundary analysis

Field experience in the collection of data and boundary evidence

Office experience in the preparation of land surveying documents.

Experience in the preparation of Boundary, Right-of-Way and Topographic Surveys

Land Surveyor

Location:

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Salary Range: $73,375 to $95,388/ Per YearOpen Period:1/2/2018 to 3/29/2019

Summary:To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. For positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):A.

Degree: Land surveying or Civil Engineering with a Surveying option/emphasis. The civil engineering major must have included at least 6 semester hours of surveying, 3 semester hours of land law, and 21 additional semester hours in any combination of the following: surveying, photogrammetry, geodetic surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land information systems, computer-aided mapping, aerial photo interpretation, and survey analysis and adjustments. OR B.

Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major in land surveying or civil engineering as described in paragraph A, plus appropriate experience or additional education. OR C.

Registration: Current registration as a Land Surveyor in any State, territory, or the District of Columbia obtained by written examination. Such registration must have been obtained under conditions outlined in the National Council of Engineering Examiners (NCEE) Unified Model Law for Registration of Surveyors. Applicants wishing to be considered under this provision must show evidence of registration based on successful completion of the written examinations.

Registrations granted prior to adoption of a registration law with qualification requirements equivalent to the NCEE Model Law by the State, territory, or District of Columbia are not acceptable under this option. To be considered equivalent to the NCEE Model law, registration laws must include the four options listed within the NCEE Unified Model Law in the section specifying "General Requirements for Registration" as a Professional Land Surveyor. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:GS-12:

Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at a GS-11 in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Planned, coordinated, and directed all phases of conventional land surveying projects including preparation of plats and legal descriptions; provided leadership and technical assistance on land surveys involving complex issues such as changing watercourses, distorted prior surveys, extremely high property value, or obliterated monuments; and/or reviewed contracts, prepared specifications, and served as a contract inspector ensuring compliance with land surveying contracts on projects contracted with private firms. Selective Placement Factor: Registered Professional Land Su

Mine Surveyor

Patton Mining is looking for a Mine Surveyor. The Mine Surveyor is responsible for providing a wide range of surveying tasks for the purpose of assessing land and geographic information associated with the mine. This includes operating all surveying equipment and maintaining maps and boundaries. Responsibilities include basic engineering, mapping, use of data collectors, GPS, calculations and recording of mine data for production and engineering reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, any one of the following assigned areas:

Conducts all underground and surface surveying.

Determines the location of oil, water and gas wells; the location of surface structures.

Determines the correct station and provides back sight reference for the extension of horizontal and vertical surveys.

Determines the extent and dimensions of mining operations.

Prepares maps and drawings, and for utilizing computer data processing equipment in the manipulation of field survey notes, calculation of mined production and lease quantities.

Performs basic engineering calculations, run levels and record mine data for production and engineering reports.

Provide information and training to assist in the development of the surveyor’s assistant.

Land Surveyor

For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit http://www.sddot.com/.

Land Surveyors are responsible for legal land surveys for the Department. This position will determine boundaries of department properties and rights-of-way, corners of adjacent properties and alignments for upcoming construction projects. The incumbent will assist and may help with training area technician surveyors in various activities.

This position often works alone in remote areas, dealing with various animals, reptiles and insects; may face extreme weather conditions, typically in the summer; and may walk long distances carrying equipment. Overnight travel is possible.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must be licensed as a Land Surveyor according to the guidelines of the South Dakota Board of Technical Professions.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A friendly disposition, as there will be daily contact with landowners, engineers, other surveyors, and local government officials. Individual needs to be self-motivated, organized, and be able to prioritize work is preferred.

Knowledge of:

the laws governing the practice of land surveying and the laws governing the ownership of real property;

the principles, theories, and practices of highway or road engineering;

mathematics, especially the application of geometry and trigonometry, and physics;

effective practices, methods, techniques, and equipment of land surveying;

personnel and fiscal management.

Skill to:

to use a computer and operate Microsoft software;

to use surveying software and hardware (Trimble products) used by the Department;

to think independently and solve problems, individually or as a team.

Ability to:

understand the foundational elements of mathematics that would lead to choosing one method over another for a particular task;

make judgements and decisions based upon a preponderance of evidence;

interpret statutes, and documents and defend decisions made;

interpret legal descriptions of land into tangible positions on the ground;

plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, assign, and evaluate the work of others;

maintain a variety of technical records and adapt records systems to computerization;

make accurate, meticulous, and precise survey computations;

establish and maintain effective working relationships with other land surveyors, local government officials, engineers, and the public;

communicate information effectively and precisely;

see details at close range, i.e., within a few feet of the observer; and to see details at a distance.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.

The State of South Dakota offers paid employee health insurance plus ten paid holidays, generous vacation leave accrual, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information please visit https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.